ABS (ACRYLONITRILE BUTADIENE STYRENE)

ABS is a common thermoplastic derived from three other materials the mixture of which give it differing properties. The key mechanical properties of ABS are its impact resistance and toughness. It's commonly extruded and injection moulded and is naturally white in colour but can be made transparent and is easily coloured. ABS is a more expensive material than Polystyrene but chosen for its superior hardness, surface finish and toughness. ABS can be made flame retardant and also has high levels of colourfastness.